What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant position at University Health - San Antonio?
University Health in San Antonio is seeking board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) to join a high-acuity, multidisciplinary critical care team at University Hospital. This role supports a 24/7, high-intensity ICU model serving complex patient populations including solid organ transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac care, and ECMO therapy. Our collaborative model integrates Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ICU service lines.
About the Program
The critical care team is structured to provide:
- 24/7 on-site coverage by Faculty Intensivists and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Support from multidisciplinary Residents and Critical Care Fellows
- Clearly defined structures and processes to ensure quality and consistency of care
- Real-time collaboration across service lines to develop and implement conjoint care plans
Qualifications
- Board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant
- Active or eligible for Texas licensure
- ICU experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environment
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills
Why Join University Health?
University Health is proud to offer a supportive and rewarding work environment, including:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Affordable medical insurance and comprehensive benefits
- Loan repayment program up to $50,000 over 5 years
- Annual professional business expense allowance plus CME days
- Annual tuition reimbursement and certification support
- Deferred compensation retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and respected physicians
- Strong culture of teamwork and peer camaraderie
About University Health
University Health is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to delivering high-quality care, advancing medical education, and improving community health across South Texas.
Why San Antonio?
San Antonio offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, rich cultural heritage, a vibrant culinary and arts scene, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country. The city combines major metropolitan amenities with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and year-round outdoor activities.
Salary : $53 - $79